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Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 03/12/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

Display Date
March 12, 2026
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Water Supply Engineering image showing tanks, pipes and other monitoring equipment.
News - Featured
Hunting
News Release

Iowa’s popular spring turkey hunting seasons only a few weeks away 2026

Once easily visible in large winter flocks, Iowa’s wild turkeys will seemingly disappear into the landscape as the days lengthen and temperatures warm.

Display Date
March 10, 2026
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An adult mentor walking away from the camera with a young hunter in a field.
News - Featured
News Release

Discounted trees available at distribution events this spring 2026

The Iowa DNR, through a partnership with Alliant Energy, is offering a mixture of hardwoods, low-growing ornamental and evergreen tree species for $25 each.

Display Date
March 10, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
News Release

Land donors honored during reception in Des Moines

More than 3,200 acres of Iowa land in 22 counties with an estimated value of more than $11 million was permanently protected through donations for conservation.

Display Date
March 10, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
News Release

Natural Resource Commission March 12, 2026 meeting to be held virtually

The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) will host its monthly meeting online, at 9:30 a.m., on March 12, 2026. The meeting is open to the public.

Display Date
March 6, 2026
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A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.
News - Featured
News Release

DNR accepting comments on proposed hunting, fishing, trapping fee increase

DNR accepting public comments on proposed hunting, fishing, and trapping license fee increases. Comments accepted through March 24. New fees start Dec 2027.

Display Date
March 6, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 03/05/2026

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

Display Date
March 5, 2026
Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 03/05/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

Display Date
March 5, 2026
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 03/05/2026

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

Display Date
March 5, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
ECONewsWire
News Release

Nominate a Conservation Leader for the Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award

The Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award recognizes farm families who demonstrate outstanding voluntary efforts to improve and protect Iowa’s soil and water.

Display Date
March 5, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Water Summary Update
News Release

Water Summary Update: Drought watches issued as precipitation deficits continue

Drought watches have been issued for northwest and southeast Iowa following a dry winter, according to the latest Water Summary Update

Display Date
March 5, 2026
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Image shows water levels on an Iowa river
Chronic Wasting Disease
Hunting
News Release

Course on chronic wasting disease set for March and April in Ames

CWD Ambassadors: Education program by Iowa DNR & ISU to train local leaders in CWD management & mitigation. Register now for the Ames spring course.

Display Date
March 5, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
News Release

Spring community trout stocking starts March 16

Iowa DNR is stocking rainbow trout in 12 community lakes (March-April) for close-to-home, family-friendly fishing fun. License & trout fee needed.

Display Date
March 3, 2026
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A man with a beard in long waders fishes for trout in a stream
News Release

DNR public meetings to recap hunting, trapping seasons, discuss possible rule changes begin March 2

Iowa DNR town halls: get updates on hunting/trapping seasons, discuss possible rule changes, and give feedback on regulations. Open to the public.

Display Date
February 28, 2026
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A simple image of a microphone at the front of a busy conference room.
Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 02/26/2026

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

Display Date
February 26, 2026
Image
Water Supply Engineering image showing tanks, pipes and other monitoring equipment.

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